John Lee Hooker's "Don't Turn Me From Your" is a delightful blend of blues and French charm, served up on a limited edition yellow vinyl for Black Friday 2024.
The sheer audacity of re-interpreting these classic Hooker tracks in French is a move that could have easily fallen flat, but somehow it works beautifully.
From the moment you drop the needle on this vibrant yellow disc, you're transported to a smoky Parisian jazz club where Hooker's gritty vocals mingle effortlessly with the romantic language of love.
The addition of accordion and strings adds an extra layer of sophistication to these raw blues tunes, creating a truly unique listening experience that is as unexpected as it is engaging.
Standout tracks include "Boogie Chillen'", which takes on a new life with its French lyrics and jazzy arrangement, and "I'm in the Mood", where Hooker's gravelly voice shines against the backdrop of sultry saxophone.
Each song on this album feels like a fresh take on a classic, paying homage to Hooker's roots while pushing the boundaries of what blues music can be.
So if you're looking for a funky, fresh twist on some old favourites, look no further than John Lee Hooker's "Don't Turn Me From Your".
It's a bold, brilliant experiment that will have you tapping your toes and reaching for a glass of wine in no time.
Santé!
The sheer audacity of re-interpreting these classic Hooker tracks in French is a move that could have easily fallen flat, but somehow it works beautifully.
From the moment you drop the needle on this vibrant yellow disc, you're transported to a smoky Parisian jazz club where Hooker's gritty vocals mingle effortlessly with the romantic language of love.
The addition of accordion and strings adds an extra layer of sophistication to these raw blues tunes, creating a truly unique listening experience that is as unexpected as it is engaging.
Standout tracks include "Boogie Chillen'", which takes on a new life with its French lyrics and jazzy arrangement, and "I'm in the Mood", where Hooker's gravelly voice shines against the backdrop of sultry saxophone.
Each song on this album feels like a fresh take on a classic, paying homage to Hooker's roots while pushing the boundaries of what blues music can be.
So if you're looking for a funky, fresh twist on some old favourites, look no further than John Lee Hooker's "Don't Turn Me From Your".
It's a bold, brilliant experiment that will have you tapping your toes and reaching for a glass of wine in no time.
Santé!






